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Today Islamic date is 8 Rabīʿ al-thānī 1447, in the month of Rabīʿ al-thānī, 1447 Hijri. Rabīʿ al-thānī is the 4th month of the Islamic calendar, and today is the 98th day of the 1447 Hijri year. This month usually has 30 days, and there are 22 days remaining in Rabīʿ al-thānī. Its duration may vary depending on the moon sighting. There are 256 days remaining until the end of the 1447 Hijri year.
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FAQs — Islamic Date Today
Q1: What is the Islamic date today?
The Islamic (Hijri) date today 8 Rabīʿ al-thānī 1447 is the current day in the lunar calendar used by Muslims.
Each Hijri month begins after the new moon is seen or calculated, so this page shows the
up-to-date Hijri day alongside the corresponding Gregorian date for easy reference.
Q2: Why is the Hijri date important?
The Hijri date determines the timing of religious observances such as Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr,
Eid al-Adha, and the Hajj. It helps individuals and communities plan worship, fasts, and festivals.
Q3: Does the Islamic date change from country to country?
Yes. Because months are set by local moon sightings (or by regional authorities using
astronomical calculations), the Hijri date can differ by one day between countries or regions.
Q4: How many days are in an Islamic month?
An Islamic month contains either 29 or 30 days, depending on the lunar cycle and the
sighting of the new moon. Calendars alternate and adjust to match the moon’s phases.
Q5: How can I see both the Islamic and Gregorian dates together?
This page displays the Hijri date next to the Gregorian date for quick comparison. You can
use these paired dates to plan events, check religious observances, or convert dates easily.